irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0A 3-PART WEBINAR SERIES ON THE SUBJECT "WHEN WOMEN LEAD: INSIGHTS ON THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF FEMALE LEADERSHIP" WAS HELD ON MARCH 8, 9, AND 10. THE PANEL PROGRAMS WERE: ROUNDTABLE: INCREASING WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP IN CORPORATE LATIN AMERICA; MUJERES, CIENCIA Y EMPRENDIMIENTO; AND THE ROLE OF MEN IN GENDER EQUALITY.
- #2 $0A RECEPTION WAS HELD TO LAUNCH THE CAA'S FIRST INCUBATION PROGRAM FOR COLOMBIAN ENTREPRENEURS WITH GUEST OF HONOR H.E. IVAN DUQUE MARQUEZ,PRESIDENT OF COLOMBIA. THE PROGRAM WAS SET UP TO PRIORITIZE MINORITY INDIVIDUALS WITH PROMISING BUSINESS IDEAS IN THE TECHNOLOGY SECTOR.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Colombia's Outlook: Opportunities and Challenges
Annual virtual event reviewing Colombia's economic performance and analyzing investment trends, political prospects, and recovery challenges for the upcoming year.
Incubation Program for Colombian Entrepreneurs
Joint initiative with Bridge for Billions to support early-stage Colombian entrepreneurs with technology-based business ideas, prioritizing minority individuals and women.
When Women Lead: Insights on the Transformative Power of Female Leadership
Three-part webinar series exploring women's leadership in corporate Latin America, science, entrepreneurship, and gender equality, held on March 8–10.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Leadership & Policy Dialogue Forums 1 activity
- Hosting conferences, panels, and webinars on Colombia's economic, political, and entrepreneurial landscapeOrganizes public and virtual conferences, panel discussions, and webinars featuring government officials, business leaders, and experts to analyze Colombia's economic performance, investment climate, political developments, and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Events include multi-day conferences, election analyses, and sector-specific discussions, with participation from high-level figures such as the President of Colombia.
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Startup Acceleration & Business Growth Support 1 activity
- Operating an incubation program for early-stage Colombian technology entrepreneursRuns an incubation program in Colombia designed to support minority and early-stage entrepreneurs with technology-based business ideas, including 25 identified projects. The program was inaugurated with participation from the President of Colombia.
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Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
- Organizing cultural and professional events to promote Colombian innovation and creativityHosts interactive events showcasing Colombian creative industries, including fashion and film, to promote cultural exchange and professional dialogue. Events feature Colombian designers and filmmakers and are conducted in both Spanish and English for international audiences.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$22K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$16K71%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$428
expenses
Total expenses$42K
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead28%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$4K
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$2K
Cash$65K
Investments$0
Liabilities$113
Net assets$-119
Liquid reserves18.5 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -44.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| LINDA CALVET | SECRETARY | 40 | $3K |
board members · 1
- CHRISTIAN MURRLE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 35
Who they work with
- ANIF Partner — Featured the Vice President of ANIF as a panelist on Colombia's economic outlook and investment market.
- Amazon Web Services Partner — Collaborated with Amazon Web Services through participation of its senior leadership as speakers at both conference editions.
- Bridge for Billions Partner — Collaborates to provide structured, interactive training for entrepreneurs in the incubation program.
- CAF Partner — Partner organization supporting the Colombian American Association's initiatives.
- CESA Partner — Educational institution partner of the Colombian American Association.
- Centro de Estudios en Desarrollo y Emprendimiento (CEDEE) - Universidad Icesi Partner — Academic and research partner focused on development and entrepreneurship.
- Control Risks Partner — Collaborated with analysts from Control Risks for election analysis and economic outlook events.
- Council on Foreign Relations Partner — Featured a fellow from the Council on Foreign Relations as a panelist on Colombia's political and economic environment.
- Facebook Partner — Collaborated with Facebook through participation of its Andean Regional Director as a panelist at the Innovation & Technology conference.
- Fundación Bolívar Davivienda Partner — Partner organization supporting the Colombian American Association's programs.
- Fundación Capital Partner — Partner organization working with the Colombian American Association on social development programs.
- Goldman Sachs Partner — Collaborated with Goldman Sachs through participation of its VP, Sovereign and Economic Risk as a moderator at the Outsourcing in Colombia session.
- Google Cloud Partner — Partnered with Google Cloud through participation of its Latam Director as a speaker at the Technology Leading the Way session.
- International Crisis Group Partner — Engaged a senior analyst from the International Crisis Group to discuss Colombia's social unrest and political challenges.
- L'Oréal Colombia Partner — Corporate partner supporting the Colombian American Association's initiatives.
- Microsoft Partner — Partnered with Microsoft through participation of its Director of Corporate, External & Legal Affairs of Colombia as a speaker.
- NBC Universal Partner — Collaborated with NBC Universal through participation of its VP, Business and Legal Affairs as a panelist at the first conference.
- Philip Morris International Partner — Corporate partner supporting innovation and development initiatives.
- Platzi Partner — Educational technology platform partner supporting digital skills and entrepreneurship.
- ProColombia Partner — Collaborated with ProColombia, the foreign investment vice president of which participated in a panel on business opportunities in Colombia.
- Ruta N Medellín Partner — Innovation agency partner promoting regional development in Medellín.
- SoftBank Partner — Engaged SoftBank through participation of its LatAm Operating Group Partner as a panelist at the first conference.
- Spotify Partner — Platform linked for content access, indicating collaboration or content sharing.
- Stripe Partner — Engaged Stripe through participation of its Director of Latin America as a speaker at the Innovation & Technology conference.
- Teleperformance Partner — Engaged Teleperformance through participation of its CEO for Colombia, Guyana and Peru as a speaker at the Outsourcing in Colombia session.
- U.S. Embassy Partner — Collaborates with the U.S. Embassy on bilateral trade and investment initiatives.
- Universidad de los Andes Partner — Academic partner of the Colombian American Association.
- Ureeka Partner — Collaborated on hosting webinars featuring Marcela Shine, Director of Community at Ureeka, as moderator.
- WWB Colombia Foundation Partner — Partner organization collaborating with the Colombian American Association on financial inclusion and development initiatives.
- WeWork Partner — Engaged WeWork through participation of its General Manager Colombia as moderator and panelist across conference events.
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strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Inclusive Innovation through Targeted Entrepreneurship Support 109 orgsmethodology: inclusive innovation incubationBy designing incubation programs that prioritize underrepresented groups—including women and minority technology entrepreneurs—the organization drives equitable economic development in Colombia, because inclusive innovation expands the entrepreneurial ecosystem and unlocks transformative social and economic potential.shared approach: Integrated Support Model →
- Mentorship-Driven Incubation for High-Impact Entrepreneurship 109 orgsmethodology: mentorship-driven incubationBy pairing early-stage Colombian entrepreneurs with experienced professional mentors, the organization increases venture viability and impact, because tailored guidance enhances problem-solving capacity and accelerates growth in technology-driven and socially impactful startups.shared approach: Integrated Support Model →
- Multi-Sector Collaboration for Bilateral Advancement 47 orgsmethodology: multi-sector_collaborationBy convening leaders across finance, energy, law, and culture, the organization strengthens U.S.-Colombia relations through coordinated influence and shared objectives, because cross-sector partnerships amplify policy impact and foster sustainable bilateral engagement.shared approach: Cross-Border Network Activation →